Combining Sentences

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is a sentence that combines two independent clauses using a conjunction like 'and', 'but', or 'so'.

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What is a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses. Examples include 'and', 'but', 'or', and 'so'.

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How do you combine sentences using 'and'?

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You can combine sentences by using 'and' to connect two related ideas. For example: 'I like apples, and I like oranges.'

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What punctuation do you use before a conjunction in a compound sentence?

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You usually place a comma before the conjunction in a compound sentence.

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What is the purpose of punctuation in a sentence?

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Punctuation helps clarify the meaning of sentences and indicates pauses or stops.

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence because it has a subject and a verb.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause cannot stand alone as a sentence. It needs an independent clause to make sense.

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How do you punctuate a sentence that starts with a dependent clause?

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If a sentence starts with a dependent clause, you should place a comma after it.

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What is an example of a compound sentence?

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An example of a compound sentence is: 'I wanted to go outside, but it started to rain.'

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What is the correct way to combine these sentences: 'I like to read.' 'I like to write.'

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You can combine them as: 'I like to read, and I like to write.'